Women's Flag Football Takes Off | Ottawa News

Women’s flag football is exploding across Canada — set to debut in the 2028 Olympics and officially piloted by U Sports starting in 2027. After years of no clear path post-high school, female athletes now have real university and professional opportunities. Camara Wilson, who launched Carleton’s team while grieving her father’s passing, credits his spirit for her drive. With accessible equipment, fast-paced gameplay, and strong community support — including leagues growing from eight to over twenty teams — the sport is breaking down barriers. Financial hurdles remain, but sponsorships and CFL backing are helping. From grassroots to Olympic dreams, women’s flag football is no longer a fringe sport — it’s the future of the game. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/cbd4392b69c6d7a4